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External Financing

ENCOURAGING BUSINESS INVESTMENT THROUGH TAX INCENTIVES.

Idaho offers tax incentives to help attract and support business investment that strengthens communities and creates jobs. These incentives are intended for qualifying projects that bring new capital investment, expand operations or support long-term growth in the state.

Through clearly defined, performance-based programs, Idaho Commerce works with businesses to evaluate eligibility and align incentives with project goals. Each incentive is subject to specific requirements and review to ensure responsible use and measurable outcomes.

Review available tax-incentive programs below.

Sources of Capital for Small Businesses

A guide alerting you to resource organizations and various funding options for your business.

Sources of Capital for Economic Developers and Communities

A guide providing a broad overview of possible avenues to obtain capital for economic development projects.

Small Business Administration Loans

SBA programs to help you start, expand or purchase a business.

Idaho Housing and Finance Association Small Business Loans

Financing to help meet small business loan collateral requirements.

Private Activity Bonds

Tax-free bonds to finance manufacturing, processing, production and assembly.

REDIFiT Loan

A low-interest transportation loan program Idaho’s freight shipping infrastructure.